September 16th, 2008
There has been this anticipation of change and loss as the build up occurs over the summer. This disruption of daily life as you knew it, is happening. Do not be surprised at the emotional volatility. This is a big developmental hurdle. It will be hard to say good bye… This change has been waiting to happen for almost 2 decades.
Rest assured that there is still a lot of parenting left to do. I often equate it to a football game. You are only at the 50 yard line. This time in your students life is when the ball gets taken down the field and across the finish line. The “Parenting Years” have been extended. Studies show that it can take 5 to 10 years for a young adult to make a complete shift to being fully independent. These emerging adults still need support and guidance from their parents.
So, picture yourself as the coach and mentor but allow your student to carry the ball. It is their game. Sometimes you may be the coach or the cheer leader but you will always the newscaster announcing their accomplishments. Enjoy this time. It can be as much fun for you as it is your student.
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September 12th, 2008
My clients have heard me warn them that their students are the focus of credit card companies that are after this lucrative age group. Your student is being inundated with credit card offers and banking opportunities. The U.S. Federation of State Public Interests Groups have issued a warning to college students that they are among the most prominent targets for marketing.
Facecard is a prepaid reloadable MasterCard that can be used wherever Mastercard is accepted.
College Students are learning about finances and credit cards represent “quick money” with no reality of the debt that is building and the pain of paying it off.
“Free Stuff Now, Huge Debt Later” is the motto of the marketing teams that are on the campus educating the students. They are handing out lollipops that say, “Don’t Be A Sucker”! We need to educate our students so they do not fall prey to the lure of these credit card companies.
For more information for your student, go to: TruthaboutCredit
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September 9th, 2008
| National Average College Costs |
| $13,126 |
The national average cost of a 2 year public college, commuting students not living at home |
| $17,336 |
The national average cost of a 4 year public college with in-state tuition |
| $35,374 |
The national average cost of a 4 year private college |
| Source: College Board. Trends in College Pricing 2007 |
Many parents question whether the cost of a college education is worth it. The consensus is, that it is… The student still needs to be involved in the financial discussions so they are aware of their responsibilities. This is the largest investment you will make next to the family home. So, this is a family affair.
The student’s responsibility is to study, participate in student activities (Always be building that resume), take a full course load and graduate on time. As a parent, you want to encourage them to enjoy this time in their life but to be responsible.
College is so much more than academics and there are many lessons to be learned along this college path. As parents, allow these lessons to be learned while there is a semblance of a safety net still under them.
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September 5th, 2008
Tell your students about this web site that I found: www.notesake.com
If the student starts off the semester organizing their notes, then when mid terms and finals roll around, they are organized for study and don’t waste time, gathering their notes. The notes can be shared so students can collaborate. It is a tool of common sense that may work for your student.
Good habits need to start immediately. Then the habits can be maintained through out the college experience and the rest of their lives.
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September 2nd, 2008
The senior year in high school is jam packed with things to do.
TheAdmissionGame
can help you navigate this process. Learn from Peter Van Buskirk, who has been a dean of admissions, a parent and a college admissions speaker. He empowers the student and offers good information to the parent.
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August 29th, 2008
KnowHow2Go
The above link is for high school students wanting to prepare for college and it is for high school students of all ages. It gets them in the mode of thinking about college. There is a lot of good information and it is presented in a format that is attractive to kids. Take a look!
KnowHow2Go.org is the web site or click on the link above…
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August 27th, 2008
My Advice for Parents of College Students is to think creatively about what your student will need for their life on campus. We think about school supplies, sheets and towels but what are the small things that will make a big difference?
Monogrammed towels and robe will keep theirs separate from others… Having an inexpensive printer in their room will save late night runs to Kinkos to print out a research paper.
I have read the blogs, talked to second year students and researched the internet and I have come up with a comprehensive list of College Essentials. For easy shopping visit my products page on collegeworks101.com
Review my list and add to it, if you have suggestions!
1. Wide Clear Tape
2. Batteries – All sizes
3. Flip Flops for the shower
4. One set of flat ware – spoon, fork and knife
5. Flashlight
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August 26th, 2008
Advice for Parents of College Students…
Procrastination affects 90% of all college students with 25% of college
students being chronic procrastinators. These are the students that drop out.
A student can only go for so long before they have burned all their bridges,
and no excuse will work.
College diplomas are not given to the student that did not complete the
requirements. It is an easy formula. The student does the work.
Passes the courses and then gets the diploma.
So, what is procrastination and how can you as a parent help your college student?
Procrastination, pure and simple, is the avoidance of doing a task. Of course, this is
accompanied by feelings of guilt, inadequacy and self doubt. Procrastination will interfere
with personal and academic success.
Procrastination is letting a low priority task… get in the way of a high priority task….
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August 26th, 2008
AskAboutCollege.com connects your student to Current College Students, so they can Ask Questions and get Real Answers about the colleges you’re interested in!
Your College Freshman might want to check this out or your High School Senior can start gathering information on future college choices. It is never too soon or to late to talk to someone that has recently been through the college experience. Same for parents. This is a family affair.
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August 19th, 2008
A good read for parents is No Sucker Left Behind
A college education is the second largest investment you will probably make next to your home. There are many hidden costs of sending a student to college. This catches parents off guard and unprepared. This book gives you a heads up and some tips on how to handle the high cost of a college degree. This is not to scare off parents but I am all about gathering information. With information, you can tackle the financial expectations successfully.
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